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FINANCIAL ADVICE
College is expensive. It’s also pretty essential for most jobs in this high-tech, high creativity world. So it’s smart to begin saving for it as early as possible. Some experts predict that in 20 years, college could cost half a million dollars. So whether you're saving for your own or for a loved one's education, you're making a worthwhile investment.
With up to six transfers available per month, Money Markets offer a flexible alternative for college savings. With a minimum deposit of $1,000 and terms from six months to 60, you can still use the money in the interim if you need it, but rack up more interest if you don’t.
CUTX CDs have competitive interest rates and terms from six months to 60. Another good alternative for saving money for college, you retain the flexibility to use the money if necessary. The more you save, the more you earn, which helps maintain momentum for long term savings.
For many people, Money Markets and Certificates of Deposit might be phase two of the college savings plan. You can begin with a regular savings account that earns interest after a deposit of only $100. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, the Chinese proverb says.
